Michigan Conference minister, Rev. Lillian Daniel, author, homilist, and humorist offered this lovely interpretation of scripture and a hilarious-loving homily to illustrate the Body of Christ, with a Mother’s Day message running in the current.

Rev. Jody Betten had us thinking about identity, our own, our community’s, our church and its place in the world. Who do we think we are? Who do others say that we are? Who do we wish to be? What is possible for this church as we move into our future?

You are likely familiar with the adage, “Those who don’t know their history are destined to repeat it.” It may also apply to churches and the selection of their ministers. On Sunday, find out why the ham got cut in half for Easter. Find out what the Bible says about “marrying out.” Consider your own personal history and how it affects your present (and your presence).

In this week’s scripture reading John is preaching a baptism of changed hearts and lives. We welcome change in the form of our interim pastor, Rev. Jody Betten, who guides us through this liminal space.

This week’s scripture reminds us to take heart in bad times. Church member Jeremy Lund asks if uncertainty is always a problem. Can it sometimes be a gift?

Church member Mark Johnston shares a little humor and some personal stories, as he challenges us to embrace the messiness that is our congregation. No matter how we serve the church family, we could use a reminder that we are all the Body of Christ.

On Easter Sunday we hear the story of Jesus appearing, unknown, to the disciples on the road to Emmaus. Church member Linda Knieriemen talks about loss, chaos, and the transformation into hope. Jesus is on the loose!

Our friend Doug Petersen reminisces about parades and relates them to the two processions in today’s scripture: one of cheers and palms, one of jeers and pain.

This week’s scripture reminds us that the kingdom of heaven is always with us and within us, but who are we and what are we made for? Church member Jeremy Lund focuses on the stories we tell, and how very much they matter.

Jesus said to forgive those who wrong you not once, but ‘seventy times seven.’ Church Council Moderator Mark Johnson talks about how hard that is – and how important.